A Maximum High, originally released in April 1996, is Shed Seven's second studio album.
Recorded in London during 1995–1996 and produced by Chris Sheldon, the album marked a significant step forward for the York-based group following their 1994 debut, Change Giver. Written by band members Rick Witter, Paul Banks, Tom Gladwin and Alan Leach, the record captures the energetic guitar-driven sound that helped define the Britpop era.
A Maximum High produced five UK Top 40 singles: "Where Have You Been Tonight?", "Getting Better", "Going for Gold", "On Standby" and "Bully Boy". Among these, "Going for Gold" became the band's biggest hit, peaking at number 8 on the UK Singles Chart.
Released: May 2026
Cat: UMCLP140
Label: Proper
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Tracklist
1. Getting Better
2. Magic Streets
3. Where Have You Been Tonight?
4. Going For Gold
5. On Standby
6. Out By My Side
7. Lies
8. This Day Was Ours
9. Ladyman
10. Falling From The Sky
11. Bully Boy
12. Parallel Lines